1 hour ago Trump reportedly to make drastic cuts to US National Security Council

Staff to be cut to dozens, with more authority expected to be handed to state and defense departmentsA large restructuring of the US National Security Council got under way on Friday as Donald Trump moved to reduce the size and scope of the once-powerful agency, five sources briefed on the matter said.Staff dealing with a variety of major geopolitical issues were sent termination notices on Friday, said the sources, who requested anonymity as they were not permitted to speak to the media. Continue reading...

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1 hour ago Jimmy Carr makes heartbreaking admission about his mental health and opens up about death of best friend Sean Lock to Alison Hammond in rare candid interview

The comedian, 52, was the latest celebrity to spend a weekend with Alison Hammond on her new interview show.

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2 h. ago The week the Democrats’ gerontocracy problem came home to roost

Between Joe Biden’s cancer diagnosis and multiple congressional deaths, Democrats can’t ignore their age problem anymore, Eric Garcia writes

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2 h. ago Fiona Phillips spotted for first time in over a year after Alzheimer's diagnosis

Fiona Philips was pictured for the first time in over a year as she opened up about her battle with Alzheimer's

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3 h. ago Doctor performed chemotherapy on healthy patients so he could buy private jet

Dr Jorge Zamora-Quezada, 68, defrauded Medicare and Medicaid to fund his lavish lifestyle by performing unnecessary procedures and falsely diagnosing his patients with chronic illnesses

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3 h. ago Fiona Phillips beams in first photo in a year as she opens up on Alzheimer's diagnosis

Former breakfast TV presenter Fiona Phillips has been photographed for the first time in over a year as she speaks out about her Alzheimer's diagnosis ahead of her book release

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5 h. ago Billy Joel cancels Murrayfield gig with fans heartbroken after brain disorder diagnosis

Billy Joel has been diagnosed with a brain disorder which means he can no longer tour.

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5 h. ago Feargal Sharkey reveals prostate cancer diagnosis after routine GP visit

The former Undertones frontman and water rights campaigner was diagnosed following a simple health check.

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6 h. ago Tributes pour in after Billy Joel reveals brain disorder diagnosis: Latest updates

The singer-songwriter has cancelled all upcoming shows after being diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus

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6 h. ago The Undertones' Feargal Sharkey diagnosed with prostate cancer after sore throat

The Undertones frontman Feargal Sharkey has spoken out about his prostate cancer diagnosis, urging men over the age of 45 to get tested for the disease

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7 h. ago Billy Joel, 76, reveals brain disorder diagnosis as he cancels ALL concerts sparking fan concern

Billy Joel has announced he's canceling upcoming concerts due to health issues following a series of frail performances that left fans concerned.

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7 h. ago Billy Joel cancels tour dates following diagnosis announcement

The 76-year-old was set to play 17 dates across the US & UK

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7 h. ago Billy Joel cancels tour after diagnosis with brain disorder normal pressure hydrocephalus

The 76-year-old singer has canceled all concerts owing to diagnosis, which can lead to ‘problems with hearing, vision and balance’Billy Joel has canceled all upcoming concerts after he was diagnosed with the brain disorder normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), the singer announced on Friday.The condition “has been exacerbated by recent concert performances, leading to problems with hearing, vision and balance”, according to a statement posted to the 76-year-old singer’s official Instagram. “Under his doctor’s instructions, Billy is undergoing specific physical therapy and has been advised to refrain from performing during this recovery period. Billy is thankful for the excellent care he is receiving and is fully committed to prioritizing his health.” Continue reading...

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7 h. ago Billy Joel cancels ‘all scheduled concerts’ after brain condition diagnosis

Joel had been due to play Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh in June

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9 h. ago Danielle Lloyd reveals she lost two stone from stress after shock cancer diagnosis left her 'crumbling inside' and thinking she was 'going to die'

Danielle Lloyd has given a candid new insight into her devastating cancer battle, revealing her all-consuming fear that she was going to die. The model, 41, was diagnosed in February.

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9 h. ago Strictly's Ellie Simmonds told 'all I could see was your disability' in heartbreaking call

In a new ITV documentary, Ellie Simmonds: Should I Have Children?, the former Paralympian swimming champion has a tear-jerking phone call with her birth mum

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9 h. ago Stephen Mulhern's heartbreaking reason for crying for the first time on TV in The Accidental Tourist

Viewers will see a more emotional side to the 48-year-old presenter in the upcoming ITV1 and ITVX travelogue one-off show

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9 h. ago Boutique city centre gym shuts suddenly in dispute with landlord

A notice of forfeiture has been issued

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9 h. ago White House doubles down on stance on Harvard and calls university’s lawsuit ‘frivolous’ – live

Harvard’s president says school’s ‘refusal to surrender’ behind Trump administration’s ‘unlawful’ and ‘unwarranted’ latest actionFresh attack on Harvard intensifies chaos for international students in USHarvard University has sued the Trump administration over its decision to revoke the Ivy League school’s ability to enrol international students, a move the school called unconstitutional and retaliatory.Reuters reports that in a complaint filed in Boston federal court, Harvard called the revocation a “blatant violation” of the US constitution’s first amendment and other federal laws.HHS alleged that Columbia violated Title VI, which prohibits those receiving federal financial assistance from discriminating in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, or national origin -- including discrimination against individuals based on their actual or perceived Israeli or Jewish identity or ancestry.The notice, both from HHS and the Department of Education, “articulates extensiv...

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10 h. ago Blood test developed that could speed up diagnosis of rare diseases in babies

Scientists say new approach means effects of many genetic mutations can be analysed at once and yield results in daysA new blood-based test that could help speed up diagnoses for children born with rare genetic disorders has been developed by researchers in an effort to provide answers – and treatments – sooner.Rare genetic disorders include a host of conditions, from cystic fibrosis to diseases relating to the mitochondria – the powerhouses of our cells. However, getting a diagnosis can be arduous. Continue reading...

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